NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING) - WOWT

FOX Carolina News • Omaha, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WOWT First Alert 6 is seeking an experienced and dynamic Evening Anchor to become a key member of their on-air team. This role requires more than just reading a teleprompter; the ideal candidate will be deeply invested in the news, possess strong editorial instincts, and be an active participant in the newsroom daily. The position involves co-anchoring evening newscasts with authority and credibility, contributing to content as a working reporter, developing stories, and shaping newscast direction. The anchor will champion the First Alert brand, emphasizing urgency, accuracy, and viewer-focused storytelling. Responsibilities include responding to breaking news with confidence, leading coverage live and across platforms, and actively participating in the station's streaming strategy by anchoring exclusive content and breaking news. The role also requires writing clear and conversational copy, engaging with viewers on social media, serving as a positive and collaborative presence, and representing the station through public appearances.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, or related field
• Applicant MUST provide a resume internet link.
• At least 4 years of experience as a news anchor in a professional broadcast environment.
• A genuine passion for news and a desire to be more than a face on the set — someone who wants to be involved in the content.
• Strong editorial instincts and news judgment, with an understanding of what makes a story a First Alert.
• Excellent on-air presence and the ability to deliver news clearly, professionally, and with authority.
• Strong writing skills and the ability to write accurately and creatively under deadline pressure.
• Comfortable and confident leading live breaking news coverage.
• Comfortable and enthusiastic about streaming, willing to anchor special content and breaking news coverage on streaming platforms.
• Active and engaging on social media, with an understanding of how to connect with audiences across platforms.
• Strong people skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude.
• Applicant MUST provide a resume internet link

Responsibilities

• Co-anchor evening newscasts with authority, credibility, and a strong First Alert presence.
• Contribute to content beyond the desk, as a working reporter developing and breaking stories, or as an editorial leader helping shape newscast content and direction.
• Champion the First Alert brand on-air and in the newsroom, modeling urgency, accuracy, and viewer-focused storytelling.
• Respond to breaking news with confidence and composure, leading coverage live on-air and across platforms.
• Be an active part of our streaming strategy, comfortable anchoring streaming-exclusive content, special coverage, and breaking news as needed.
• Write and prepare material for newscasts with strong, clear, conversational copy.
• Engage actively with viewers on social media, including Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms.
• Serve as a positive, collaborative presence in the newsroom and a trusted face in the Omaha community.
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level